Don Endicott and his Negro servant, Sam, are thrown off a moving train by three cardsharps who have cheated Don. Without funds, they ask for hospitality at the Atwood Ranch, but the daughter, Millie, has them chased off when Don mentions his name.

Black Gold (1919) - A Silent Film Masterpiece Black Gold is a silent film from 1919 that, despite its age, tells a story that is both timeless and rich in character development. The plot revolves around Don Endicott, a man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he and his Negro servant, Sam, are forcibly ejected fro...

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Comparing the cinematic DNA and archive impact of two defining moments in cult history.

Forrest Sheldon

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"Black Gold (1919) - A Silent Film Masterpiece Black Gold is a silent film from 1919 that, despite its age, tells a story that is both timeless and rich in character development. The plot revolves around Don Endicott, a man whose life takes an unexpected turn when he and his Negro servant, Sam, are forcibly ejected from a moving train by three cardsharps who had cheated them of their money. This pivotal moment sets the stage for a series of events that are as complex as they are fascinating. Se..."
Jay Inman Kane, Forrest Sheldon
United States

